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- Scalawag - Wikipedia
In United States history, scalawag (sometimes spelled scallawag or scallywag) was a pejorative slur referred to white Southerners who supported Reconstruction policies and efforts after the conclusion of the American Civil War
- The Etymology of “Scalawag” (or “Scallywag”)
Scalawag—also spelled scallawag or scallywag, if you prefer—is a remarkable term Not only is it a rhythmically and visually pleasing word, but it also smacks of salt-sea air and the ruthless carousings of pirates
- SCALLYWAG | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
SCALLYWAG definition: 1 someone, especially a child, who has behaved badly but who is still liked 2 someone, especially… Learn more
- SCALLYWAG Definition Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of SCALLYWAG is scamp, reprobate scamp, reprobate; a white Southerner acting in support of the reconstruction governments after the American Civil War often for private gain… See the full definition
- scallywag, n. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English Dictionary
What does the noun scallywag mean? There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun scallywag See ‘Meaning use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence
- Scallywag - definition of scallywag by The Free Dictionary
scallywag - a white Southerner who supported Reconstruction policies after the American Civil War (usually for self-interest)
- Scallywag - Definition, Meaning, Synonyms Etymology - Better Words
Scallywags are known for their knack for mischief, their ability to bend the rules, and their tendency to engage in clever or sly schemes They possess a certain charm that allows them to navigate tricky situations or exploit loopholes to their advantage
- scallywag - Wiktionary, the free dictionary
scallywag (plural scallywags) (derogatory, dated, chiefly UK) A disreputable fellow, a good-for-nothing, a scapegrace, a blackguard (informal, chiefly UK) A badly behaved person, especially a child; a mischief-maker; a rascal; Derived terms [edit] scally; References [edit]
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